Hospice RN Job at Varco Home Health and Hospice in Houston

We are looking for experienced team members who believe in the hospice philosophy and are ready to work closely with our patients, their families, and the staff!

Job Responsibilities:

• Report patient care/condition/progress to the patient's physician and Clinical Manager continuously.
• Implement patient care plan in conjunction with patient and family to assist them in achieving optimal resolution of needs/problems.
• Prepare appropriate medical documentation on all patients, including any case conferences, patient contacts, medication order changes, re-certifications, progress updates, and care plan changes. Prepare visit/shift reports, update/summarize patient records, and confer with other health care disciplines in providing optimum patient care. We presently use Kinser as our EMR.
• Confer with the physician in developing the initial plan of treatment based on the physician's orders and initial patient assessment. Provide hands-on care, management, and evaluation of the care plan and teaching of the patient per physician orders, under the Clinical Manager's supervision. Revise plan in consultation with physician based on ongoing assessments and as required by policy/regulation.
• Administer ongoing care and case management for each patient, and provide necessary follow-up as directed by the Clinical Manager.
• Provide admission, case management, and follow-up skilled nursing visits for hospice patients.
• Participates in weekly team meetings and case conferences, as necessary, to ensure appropriate care and service are provided to the patient.
• Exhibits an attitude that promotes harmony and goodwill in the workplace.
• Promotes quality, comprehensive services through a team approach.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of Texas.
• Hospice Nurse Certification (CHPN) is required
• Valid Driver’s License and Automobile Insurance. Pass the Background check.
• At least four years of experience, preferred, as a Hospice field Nurse in a home hospice setting

Skills and Abilities:

• Shall have a genuine interest in geriatrics, preferably, shall have experience in geriatric care.
• Must be able to assess, evaluate, and communicate effectively.
• Must demonstrate sound knowledge and actions in patient care and decision-making.
• CPR certification is required, and other medical certifications are highly encouraged (i.e.: PICC line, IV therapy, chemotherapy, etc.)
• Participates in continuing education to broaden knowledge and acquire skills necessary to be effective in all aspects of job performance.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Able to fulfill shared on-call requirements with immediate 24/7 availability when assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Hospice in the field (home hospice setting)

Experience:

• Nursing: at least 2 years (Required)
• Field Hospice Nurse: at least 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN 
• Hospice Nurse Certification (CHPN) is required